Fantasy: I Become God by playing a game [Dungeons + LitRPG +Xinxia]

**Chapter 21: Mock Exam (6)**

Outside the secret realm, several teachers watched the scenes of Su Chen, Zheng Liu, and others engaging in lively discussion.

Chen Fugui, recalling the questionable actions of Zheng Liu and his group, voiced his dissatisfaction. "Student Zheng Liu's methods are a bit dishonorable. How many students have they deceived? I wonder if Student Su can see through their plan this time."

Standing next to him, Li Youquan had a different perspective.

"Old Chen, you're mistaken. The real world is far more dangerous than this simulated experience. What Zheng Liu and his group are doing is mere child's play."

He continued, "Let's look at it this way—it's better for students to suffer setbacks here in school than to face harsher consequences in society after graduation, isn't it?"

Though reluctant, Chen Fugui had to nod in agreement. "Yes, Old Li, you have a point. The real world of immortal cultivation is indeed more cruel."

As teachers observing the entire exam, they were well aware of Zheng Liu and his group's tactics.

Initially, the trio had a straightforward cooperative relationship, hunting monsters in the forest near Wuquan Mountain to earn points. However, their dynamic shifted on the third day when they encountered the Blood Amber Wolf.

The formidable wolf pack forced them to flee desperately. It was only thanks to Xu Jianliang's special magic weapon that they managed to evade being surrounded. During one such escape, they stumbled upon other students.

While these students were unwilling to involve themselves in the wolf pack's pursuit, the wolves were indiscriminate, attacking them as well. Instead of offering assistance, Zheng Liu and his group used this opportunity to redirect the wolves' aggression onto the unsuspecting students.

Exploiting the chaos, they worked together to slay the weaker wolves, amassing points, and fled before the pack leader turned its attention back to them.

From then on, the trio began using the wolf pack as a weapon, repeatedly luring it toward other students and profiting from the ensuing battles. Their strategy—baiting others and reaping rewards—could only be described as despicable.

What surprised the teachers was that the mastermind behind this plan wasn't the cunning Zheng Liu or the shrewd Xu Jianliang, but Chai Xi, the seemingly honest and quiet member of the group.

It was a reminder not to judge by appearances—those who looked straightforward could still excel in scheming!

Now, Su Chen had become their latest target. However, what Zheng Liu and his group failed to realize was that the most skilled hunters often appear as prey.

Inside the Secret Realm of Wuquan Mountain

Though unaware of Zheng Liu's past exploits, Su Chen had a sense of their intentions. When Xu Jianliang suggested handling the pack leader himself, Su Chen stepped forward.

"Leave the leader to me," he said.

"Huh?"

Zheng Liu and the others stared at Su Chen in shock, their minds reeling. Why hadn't they noticed his willingness to sacrifice himself before?

Under normal circumstances, they would have welcomed Su Chen's offer to take on the strongest wolf. However, with Xu Jianliang's magic weapon in play, this didn't align with their plan.

Xu Jianliang opened his mouth to object, but Su Chen preempted him.

"My cultivation level is the lowest. I don't think I'll make it to the second round of the mock exam," Su Chen said earnestly. "Let me hold them off while you find an opportunity to escape."

"This…"

Faced with Su Chen's sincerity, Zheng Liu and his group were momentarily speechless.

Even though there was no real danger in the mock exam, Su Chen's selflessness made them feel a twinge of guilt. For a fleeting moment, Xu Jianliang considered confessing about his magic weapon.

But Su Chen didn't give him the chance. Without another word, he strode toward the pack leader.

As they watched his determined back, Zheng Liu and the others fell silent.

Su Chen might have a bad temper and lack finesse with girls, but his actions proved he was a real man—courageous and decisive when it mattered.

His unexpected move disrupted their plans significantly. Nevertheless, the trio quickly adapted, switching to "Plan B"—let Su Chen attract the wolves' attention until he was exhausted and teleported out of the exam. Then, they would slip away and find their next target.

But what they didn't anticipate was that Su Chen also had a plan.

He wasn't sure how Xu Jianliang and the others planned to escape the wolves, but he knew one thing: to counter the enemy's plan, all he had to do was act contrary to their expectations.

When Xu Jianliang offered to handle the pack leader, Su Chen ensured that option was off the table. As long as they were uncomfortable, he was satisfied.

The changes in their expressions confirmed his strategy was effective.

After all, in terms of acting skills, how could a student who had lived two lives be outdone?

As Su Chen walked out of the cave, he said, "I wish you all… good luck in immortality."

Before they could react, he charged toward the Blood Amber Wolf, which loomed as large as a car.

The pack leader responded with a ferocious roar.

"Howl!"

At its command, the wolves surged forward, but the leader forbade them from joining its battle with Su Chen, leaving a vacuum in the muddy ground around them.

Bang!

The wolf stepped forward, shaking rainwater off its fur in a misty spray. In an instant, it was upon Su Chen, raising its massive claw to strike.

Su Chen dodged narrowly, his magic sword slicing toward the wolf's belly.

Ding!

The blade sparked against its skin, leaving only a shallow white mark, as though it had struck tempered steel.

Though Su Chen appeared to struggle, his performance astonished Zheng Liu and the others.

Could a mere Human Dao student really hold his own against a Blood Amber Wolf at the sixth level of Qi Gathering?

Forced into action by the attacking wolves, the trio joined the fray, their plans momentarily derailed.

Su Chen, observing their predicament, narrowed his eyes with a mischievous smile. If Lu Xiaoye were here, she'd surely exclaim, "Xiao Chen, what trouble are you causing now?"

Eyes gleaming with mischief, Su Chen thought to himself: "The lives of others… are about to get interesting!"

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